Tanta to Basandilah Train Schedule & Prices
According to Egypt Trains, there are 8 trains daily from Tanta to Basandilah.
Departures from 4:20 AM to 8:45 PM. Journey time from 2h 46m.
- Trains8 /day
- First4:20 AM
- Last8:45 PM
- Duration2h 46m
- Farefrom 40 EGP (cheapest) to 55 EGP (highest)
- Fastest803 Improved
Tanta to Basandilah Train Schedule
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 487 Improved | 4:20 AM Tanta 7:56 AM Basandilah | 3h 36m | N/A | Local — stops at every station | Train 487 Stops
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| Train 489 Improved | 5:15 AM Tanta 9:33 AM Basandilah | 4h 18m | N/A | Local — stops at every station | Train 489 Stops
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| Train 803 Improved | 8:05 AM Tanta 10:51 AM Basandilah | 2h 46m | N/A | No service on Fridays or public holidays | Train 803 Stops
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| Train 491 Improved | 10:00 AM Tanta 1:55 PM Basandilah | 3h 55m | N/A | Local — stops at every station | Train 491 Stops
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| Train 495 Improved | 2:05 PM Tanta 5:45 PM Basandilah | 3h 40m | N/A | Local — stops at every station | Train 495 Stops
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| Train 499 Improved | 6:45 PM Tanta 9:52 PM Basandilah | 3h 7m | N/A | Local — stops at every station · No service on Fridays or public holidays | Train 499 Stops
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| Train 809 AC Russian + Russian | 8:05 PM Tanta 11:08 PM Basandilah | 3h 3m |
| Express — main towns · Travels via the Tanta / Qleen / Kafr Sheikh line | Train 809 Stops
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| Train 501 Improved | 8:45 PM Tanta 12:15 AM Basandilah | 3h 30m | N/A | Local — stops at every station | Train 501 Stops
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Track Tanta → Basandilah trains live — position and delay
Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.
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FAQ — Tanta to Basandilah Trains
Are there trains from Tanta to Basandilah throughout the day?
Yes, there are 8 trains daily between Tanta and Basandilah, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 3 in the evening, 1 at night. The first train departs at 4:20 AM and the last at 8:45 PM.
What is the fastest train from Tanta to Basandilah and how long does it take?
The fastest train is Improved #803, departing at 8:05 AM with a journey time of 2h 46m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#489) takes 4h 18m — a difference of 1h 32m, as it stops at 34 stations versus 18.
What is the cheapest train ticket from Tanta to Basandilah?
The cheapest tickets start from 40 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 40 EGP, Third Class AC: 55 EGP.
Which train is most comfortable from Tanta to Basandilah?
1 of 8 trains on this route is air-conditioned: train 809, while trains 487, 489, 803, 491, 495, 499, 501 run non-AC classes.
Should I book the Tanta — Basandilah trip in advance or at the station?
The AC trains here (1 of 8) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Tanta station counter also works.
How many stops are there between Tanta and Basandilah?
Stops range from 17 (train 809 — the fewest) to 34 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.